So, you’ve decided to move into that house of your dreams, but the paint is outdated, and there is only one solution… repaint!
Painting may sound like an easy thing to do, but there are several factors you must consider before undertaking such a project.
Some factors you must consider are high traffic areas and what finish should be on the wall; what colors you’re willing to use; how much paint and materials you’ll need; what prep work is needed to undertake such a job; and if you need primer added to the mix.
High traffic areas are more likely to get dirty quickly, so it’s important to choose a finish that will allow for easy cleaning. Using a satin or gloss finish is easier to clean; however, it will show imperfections much more than a matte-like finish will do.
Choosing colors can be a bit difficult. You want to add a color that makes the room feel unique, but at the same time embraces the type of room you are painting. For example, you would want a calming color for a bedroom, while an entertainment room might sport a bolder and busier color.
Determining how much paint and materials you’ll need is another factor when getting ready to paint. You don’t want to keep making trips to the local paint or hardware store to gather materials. Adding up all the square footage you’re going to paint, as well as adding a bit extra to have for touch ups, is the best way to ensure that you have enough paint. Furthermore, you don’t want to forget brushes to cut in lines and corners, or rollers to tackle an entire wall. It is better to have more left over for repairing than to have too little.
Prep work is vital to painting! Taking off electrical outlets, knobs, patching holes, moving furniture, and taping off areas and protecting your floors are all vital components in painting. You want your room to look as crisp and polished as possible and having paint thrown everywhere is not an ideal situation or look to have.
Also, you need to decide if you need primer for your paint. Covering darker shades will require several coats of paint when done with a regular paint; however, by adding a primer to the mix you can cover up stains and colors easily. Primer can be done by itself or mixed in with a paint.
While there are other factors that could be considered when painting, these are our top ones to think about. Painting is more than just choosing a color and winging it. Painting can allow your home to obtain more value when you decide to sell, especially if you are choosing neutral colors, as well as be transformed into a calming oasis for your life. Colors can do so much for a person and understanding the psychology behind them can be highly beneficial when deciding what you’re looking for. The choice is, as always, yours!
